Valley Way Stores food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · West Suffolk
Valley Way Stores holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 31 July 2023, more than 2 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
Address: 102 Valley Way, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 0QL
How it compares in West Suffolk
That puts Valley Way Stores among the 1,349 places in West Suffolk holding top marks, 91% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 1,349 | 91% | ← Valley Way Stores | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 91 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 25 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 241 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Good
- How well they manage food safety Good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At Valley Way Stores none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Valley Way Stores, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Greek Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 30 July 2024 |
| Colourbox Montessori School Caring Premises | 195 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 February 2026 |
| Caterlink at Houldsworth Valley Primary S School/college/university | 271 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2025 |
| First Class Pre School Caring Premises | 271 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2026 |
| Colourbox Montessori Nursery School Caring Premises | 404 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 February 2026 |
| Caterlink at Newmarket Academy School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 February 2026 |
| Newmarket Operatic Music & Dramatic Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 July 2011 |
| Paddocks Primary School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 July 2024 |
Questions about Valley Way Stores
What is Valley Way Stores's food hygiene rating?
Valley Way Stores has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Suffolk Council on 31 July 2023.
Is Valley Way Stores safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Valley Way Stores last inspected?
Valley Way Stores was last inspected on 31 July 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by West Suffolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Valley Way Stores?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Valley Way Stores compare to other places in West Suffolk?
91% of the 1,483 rated food businesses in West Suffolk hold the top rating of 5, and Valley Way Stores is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Suffolk Council inspects Valley Way Stores and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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